Canvas Basic for Instructors

Date: 6 August 2026 (Thu)

Time: 15:00 - 16:30

Location: Online

Target Audience: Instructors

Medium of Instruction: Cantonese

Summary

This workshop is a basic introduction for instructors transitioning from Blackboard to the Canvas LMS. It provides a step-by-step walkthrough of how to navigate the new platform and use its essential features to manage a course.

Objectives

The goal is to help you get started with the fundamental tools in Canvas, such as setting up a basic course structure, managing student rosters, creating various types of assessments, and utilizing analytics to monitor student success.

What You Will Learn

By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:

• Navigate the Canvas interface and notifications.
• Use Modules to organize your course.
• Communicate via Announcements and Inbox.
• Create simple Assignments and Quizzes.
• Use the SpeedGrader for basic grading.
• Gain a basic understanding of Canvas Studio for creating, sharing, and managing video content.

Agenda

1. Introduction: Transitioning from Blackboard to Canvas.
2. Navigation: Global interface and notification settings.
3. Organization: Building course structures using Modules.
4. Management: Organizing rosters and student groups.
5. Assessments: Creating assignments and quizzes.
6. Grading: Using SpeedGrader and basic analytics.
7. Video Learning: Brief introduction to Canvas Studio for video assignments, sharing videos, video quizzes, and lecture capture.
8. Support: Q&A and additional resources.